Diversity, Inclusion and Charlottesville

Dear UAA Community,

In light of events in Charlottesville, Virginia, and in the aftermath that is playing out across our nation, we must affirm UAA's commitment to diversity, tolerance and inclusion, the values that underpin the University's Diversity Inclusion and Action Plan.

The UAA community must reject hatred and violence, and be a place that is welcoming to all, including those of different races and ethnicities, national origins, sexual orientations, gender identities, religions and cultural backgrounds. While opposing hatred and violence, and the groups that espouse hatred and violence, we must and will honor and encourage tolerance.

We value and celebrate our diverse community. As a campus, as a Cabinet and I, as Chancellor, honor this commitment. This is inherent in our mission: to maintain a campus where all can teach, learn and serve.

I invite you to join me on Sept. 12, from 1-3 p.m. in the Lew Haines Conference Room, Library 307, to learn more about the Diversity Inclusion and Action Plan and how you can help with its implementation.

Sincerely, Samuel B. Gingerich Interim Chancellor

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